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Kerry: Obama wasted time on settlement freeze
Yitzhak Benhorin
Published: 13.04.11, 17:25
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1. Fight back!!
Rachel ,   US   (04.13.11)
Israel has the support of the American people and US Congress. No more appeasement.
2. obambi
(04.13.11)
is a zero when it comes to american foreign relations and when it comes to governing the usa. A ZERO! the sooner he leaves, the better it will be forst for america and secondly for the disaster that he inflicted on the middle east single handedly through his stupidity, naivite and lack of anything remebling foreign experience. a manchurian candidate without a revealed past. a zero a shadow of someone no one knows anything about, not even his school mates can remember him in any college and not a single professor.
3. Sen Kerry and Prez Obama both support Israel, r true friends
Michael ,   California, USA   (04.13.11)
4. Kerry
jeremy ,   hula valley kibbutz   (04.13.11)
The only thing Kerry has gotten right is that Obama is a failure
5. obama
david ,   ny   (04.13.11)
I agree that obama is a zero unfortunately he is likely to win re-election as there aren't any good viable candidates on the republican side. Some one really needs to step up who is charismatic and strong. I like Chris christi....
6. Obama
Jorge ,   Israel/USA/Argentina   (04.13.11)
Do not worry there are 648 days or 15,553 hours, or 9333,216 minutes to end a big mistake
7. Kerry is an idiot who like Obama lives in dream land
zionist forever   (04.13.11)
Kerry is convinced Assad is serious about peace because Assad tells him he wants peace. He forgets to notice that Assad at a time when he is supposed to be pushing for peace is supporting terror and has said on the record he will not offer a full peace treaty in exchange for the Golan instead some kind of ceasefire. Kerry though is convinced Assad wants to be the next Sadat. As for Obama's handling of the palestinian issue that has been totally amuter and shows he has a total lack of understanding of this conflict and his solutions have been all about showing the muslim world this is a new pro muslim America. He kicks Israel every chance of Israel every chance he gets and embraces Abbas. His attitude is Abbas can do no wrong Bibi can do no right. Even when Bibi gave a 10 month building freeze to entice Abbas into talks Obama didn't say to Abbas Bibi made the first gesture you reciprocate. Abbas said its not enough and I want more if I am going to talk. Like a loyal pawn Obama goes back to Bibi says its not enough now give more so we can get these talks started. The entire Obama administration are a bunch of space cadets who think they have all the answers to everything.
8. Kerry would pour Heinz Ketchup on the problem.
Steven Wilson ,   Anchorage, Alaska   (04.13.11)
It would make it more palatable. Obama is an idiot . That's the problem. Just have the guts to come out and say it for once.
9. #5.david: From the mouth of the horse
Tom ,   USA   (04.13.11)
The horse said: Jpost article clearly states - with palpable pride - that Obama's most loyal constituency is the (radical Marxist) Jews. Most intelligent person is perfectly aware of the tragedies that followed the takeover by the likes of Rosa Luxemburg. Their demigod, Karl Marx astutely noted: "History repeats itself, first as tragedy, second as farce."
10. Not one word how he would deal with it - Loser !!!,...
split ,   US   (04.13.11)
11. Oooooh!! I detect the foetid scent
Gideon Reader ,   USA   (04.13.11)
...of a Primary challenge from the Left of ZerObama's own. Kerry does so want to be the President, and I speculate that this is his initial shot across Barry's bow. Based on age this is Kerry's last and only chance. Hilarious is out based on her gross stupidity, and shockingly less than positive; results poor performance as SecState. Schadenfreude lives. It's alive. IT'S ALIVE.
12. kerry-like most democrats
moron ,   galut   (04.13.11)
does not believe in defending america from terror today or soviets in past--why then saupport israel?
13. Friendly advise from one loser to the another.
tanya ,   tel aviv israel   (04.13.11)
14. Kerry, another leftist demagogue....
Shalom ,   U.S.A.   (04.13.11)
Another antisemite, another destructive leftist who threw away his military decorations, planing to run for President? To destroy his own country and Israel too?
15. 3. ur foolishness is what the Islamists are counting on
(04.13.11)
in their efforts to destroy us...
16. #3 Israel can see what kind of "friend" Obama is
Sue ,   Los Angeles   (04.13.11)
Michael, notice that you are the lone voice supporting Obama. Like Obama, you think that Jews are stupid enough to reelect the most anti-Israel President in US history. FYI, even Jewish "progressives" who were big supporters of Obama are unhappy with his Israel policies. Kerry says the US is going to "stop things from spinning out of control?" Well, the entire Middle East is "out of control" because of Hussein Obama's meddling. The 20-year disciple of the Israel-hater, Jeremiah Wright, is now in major trouble with Jewish voters (any surprise?). But it's too late, Michael. Obama opened Pandora's box and we Jews really don't like what came out. Israel's survival is at stake and your cheerleading for Obama will not help him. Not this time! Obama is Jimmy Carter on steroids and like Carter, he will be a one-term president.
17. kerry Speaks With FORK Tongue
Brazen   (04.13.11)
flip-flops on hard Issues, doubletalks, was military and now to me appears as consciecess objector, anti-gun, pro-liberal dem, tax, spend and give. Feah N.G. (no good) for Israel especially, and the u.s for that matter.
18. 5
zionist forever   (04.13.11)
I hate to admit it but the Republicans have not got anybody young and charismatic like Obama and its that young charisma which won him the last election not his life experience. Obama understands about celebrety image. He tries to look cool by taking off his jacket and tie and rolling up his shirt sleeves at events. He makes no secret he loves basketball and technology which appeals to the younger voters. He has his family man image which appeals to the middle class young families. He wants to send a message I am not an old fashioned stuffy politician in a suit who lives and breather politics 24/7 I am an ordinary guy who can relate to the problems of ordinary people. I think the only thing that is against Obama for the average swing voter is his handling of the economy and possibly his obsession with appeasing muslims which doesn't go down to well in America. Unless the Republicans can find somebody special even at this stage Obama will be a hard man to beat.
19. on record he's not my president.!!!!!
Robert ,   Farmington,usa   (04.13.11)
on record I did not vote for him , the only thing he's going to do is bring destruction upon america. he flew by jimmy carter , at the bottom list , if he's not a muslim I dont know what one is. i cannot see israel giving up anything while he's in office be a bad mistake how in the world he's going to present a peace plan when he cant solve problems in his own country what a joke , obama's iq rating 0 , nobody is going to listen to him that has any common sense.!!!!
20. paranoid and vicious
jon ,   ny   (04.13.11)
Sue and Shalom and So Many Others: You are paranoid and delusional and should be ashamed to throw around the label anti-semite so casually, cynically and dishonestly. Obama has done NOTHING to warrant hatred and fear from Israelis and their supporters -- as far as your claim he's an antisemite, would such a loathesome person appoint so many Jews to his cabinet and administration and even appoint a Jew to the Supreme Court where she may serve for 30 or more years as one of the 9 members. As far as his efforts to reach out to Muslims and his perceived independence from the AIPAC camp, why isn't it viewed as GOOD for Israel if he is able to make inroads with Muslims in the region who after all will be essential to the success of the peace process? It may feel good to have the US President slobber his undying love and act like a member of Likud while doing nothing to actually help bridge the differences between the parties but that is not leadership or friendship.
21. zionist forever # 18
Eaglebeak ,   Left Coast, USA   (04.13.11)
A large part of Obama's success was the news media and press. They made a nobody with no job experience look like a savior and then they took Sarah Palin who actually had some experience and was the highest rated Governor by her constituents in the United States and treated her horribly. If most other women were treated the same as she was we would never hear the end of it from the liberals. The majority of the people in America swallow whatever the Government or press feeds them. They don't even question why the cars in America don't get nearly as good a gas milage as in Europe or Asia. They don't question why cars like the Geo Metro back in the 90's could get 50 miles per gallon but are not available to us any more. Unless this changes what hope is there for our future as a nation.
22. #7zionist forever OBAMA IS SUPERBLAIR
Ian ,   Newcastle upon Tyne   (04.13.11)
Before the previous US presidential election,a lot of us here tried warning the Americans,but they wouldn't take any notice. In Britain,after a decade of New Labour misery,we could recognize Obama for what he is;Tony Blair writ large and with the power to be far more dangerous.How right we were!! Blair and Obama are two layer/actors who know how to pretend to be Israel's friends while doing their best to undermine Israel and create public hostility to Israel. As we say in Britain,"New Labour,New Danger". THREE CHEERS FOR ISRAEL!!!
23. And Kerry wasted time on "outreach" to Syria
Raymond in DC ,   Washington, USA   (04.13.11)
It's hard to distinguish the where the foolishness of an emissary ends and that of the one who sends him begins. I know - only as an acquaintance, not personally - the incoming US ambassador to Israel. A nice guy, but despite his credentials I heard a lot of nonsense when he spoke about US initiatives in the Mideast at our synagogue last year. It's hard to know how much of that he personally believes or advocates and how much he's simply putting forward the President's line. In Kerry's case, since he has his own independent position in the Senate he has enough opportunity to make clear where he stands on these matters. When he says Obama wasted time on settlements, obviously he's not speaking for the President. When it comes to Syria, it's patently clear they're both delusional.
24. He just wanted to eat his waffles, not solve problems
American ,   NYC, USA   (04.13.11)
Obama's foreign policy plan was evident to Americans that listened during his 2008 campaign when he said: "can't I just eat my waffle"
25. Obama in drag..
RJK ,   Canada   (04.13.11)
& the majority went 4 him. This time, must b different, 4 sure. This man is not at all what we were led to believe. He is just the opposite. But, when we listen to the media, we get what we deserve. Obamadama is the US,s worst nightmare. Many have come to that realization, many still have not. He was presented as a Saviour. Is He? What has he done that comes under the heading of Saving anything? The US$$$ is at its lowest since I can't remember when. The US unemployed has reached its highest since....I can't remember when. The US unhoused has reached its highest since I can't remember when. The US status around the world has reached its LOWEST since I can't remember when. And what does the president focus on.....limiting the building in what he refers too as Israeli territories. What does the president focus on.....Israel should do nothing that would be considered angering the Pals. There is so much more I could include but what is the point? When is the President going to focus on regaining US standing in the World. With his current sidekick(Powers, et al)he is well on the way to enforcing the predominant attitude, not only in America but The Middle East that he is now irrelevant. He has done absolutely nothing to change anyones opinion in that regard. Oh, sorry, he most certainly has given the Pals every idea that his total and only focus has been to console them in their own cauldron of self inflicted hate & war upon anyone not instep with their mantra. Other than this, what has he done to enhance the country he was elected to lead? Please, share the reality!!!
26. # 21
Birdi ,   Israel   (04.13.11)
Eagle, when the American citizens awake from their deep slumber & realize their true fate,that will be the time for real change. The sooner your citizens get rid of Obama the faster your country will rise to what it once was. A superpower, respected by the western world.
27. #20. jon:The anti-Israeli Jews did it!
Tom ,   USA   (04.13.11)
Farrakhan, the Nation of Islam clearly knew it when he publicly said: “He was selected before he was elected,” - Farrakhan said. “And the people that selected him were rich, powerful members of the Jewish community.” Yes, the radical Marxist Jewish establishment that you adore: the Jstreet Kapos, Soros, N.Y. Times and the Israel bashing Hollywood Jews. Are you blinded by your worship of the Kenyan Messiah?
28. Terry the UGLY is O'Bummer himself
Israeli 2   (04.13.11)
29. Birdi 26
Eaglebeak ,   Left Coast, USA   (04.13.11)
Hi Birdi, I'd like to see things change for the better and getting rid of Obama would be a great start. Unfortunately the average American doesn't much care what goes on here or in the world as long as they are entertained. Since Franklin Roosevelt it's been a long downhill slide. He was the start of big government and the welfare state.
30. Keery's plan can't be achieved now, Obama didn't waste time
Fed Up US Taxpayer   (04.14.11)
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